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Description

~ The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. For over 40 years, we’ve offered proven advice and resources to save you money, make you more comfortable at home, and help your business perform better. ~

We make green make sense! Working with partners throughout the region, we’re helping transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. We provide practical solutions that save energy, materials and money and have a positive impact on our environment and community. We serve residents, business and communities in the areas of energy efficiency and waste reduction and through our retail store, EcoBuilding Bargains.

Position Overview - EcoFellowship - Class of 2020-21

Communication and Engagement · Northampton, Massachusetts

The Center for EcoTechnology is seeking five qualified college graduate candidates for an 11-month paid fellowship position to work with our staff to carry out a range of activities related to climate action initiatives and educational programming in western Massachusetts. The EcoFellows will support CET’s initiatives to assist residents, students, institutions and businesses across the region in ongoing programs in energy efficiency, home energy services, renewable energy, and waste reduction through recycling, reuse and composting.

The EcoFellowship begins with a full orientation and in-depth trainings by CET professionals in subjects related to above programs, professional development exploring a variety of environmental topics throughout the fellowship and bi-weekly mentoring sessions. EcoFellows are offered in-depth career development support during the fellowship.

Important Program Dates:

Offers: Position placements will be offered by early-April

Placement: August 10, 2020 to June 30, 2021

Graduation: Saturday, June 27, 2021

Location:

EcoFellows will be based in CET's Northampton office, with travel expected between CET locations and into local communities.

Fellowship Specifications

EcoFellows work cross-departmentally, but are given specific areas of focus:

We are looking for creative and energetic college graduates (bachelor degree required) with an interest in energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, climate change, recycling and resource conservation. Previous experience through volunteering, internships and/or professional work is required.

Commitment to the entire Fellowship program, from August 10, 2020 to June 30, 2021, is required. EcoFellows have a graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 27.

Fellows work a flexible schedule (40 hours/week) that requires some evening and weekend hours as needed.

Ability to lift and move 30lb will be required as necessary for certain placements.

Background checks and drug testing will be required for all positions.

Physical Requirements - Depending upon the placement, must be able to perform physical tasks including but not limited to:

Standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time, reading and recording information on handwritten forms and computer screens, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, navigating in unfamiliar locations, climbing stairs, and working in warm and cold environments.

Compensation

Salary: Pays $14/hour, with an additional $2,000 bonus at the completion of the program.